Here are the numbers of active property listings, those under contract, and sold properties for Single Family Homes in Jacksonville Beach, FL for the month of November 2008:

• Active              273 active listings for Single Family Homes (no condos)
• Pending               10 pending  (inspections & financing have been done)
• Sold                 7 sold
• New Listings       31

Active listings have decreased by 9% year to year, which indicates unmotivated sellers pulling their listings off the market, which is a good thing.

The pending listings this month are UP DOUBLE year to year, which is terrific. The sold listings are also UP about 40% from 2007 to this year. 

Here are the November 2007 numbers for comparison:

• Active              301 active listings for Single Family Homes (no condos)
• Pending               5 pending  (inspections/financing have been done)
• Sold                 5 sold
• New Listings       32

It's a great time to buy - whether for a first time homebuyer or an investor.  I can show you the right home for your needs, that fits your lifestyle and budget.  If you are a first time home buyer, there are powerful resources to help you stop renting and start owning.

If you are considering selling, contact me for a complimentary market analysis - I'll show you exactly what the competition looks like compared to your house.

Carol Zingone is a Broker Associate with a 100% Customer Satisfaction Rating in Jacksonville Beach, FL with Vanguard GMAC.  She helps buyers and sellers throughout the Beaches, Intracoastal West and Greater Jacksonville, FL areas. She can be reached at 904/993-9048 or via email at carolzingone@clearwire.net

(Data is compiled from the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors Multiple Listing Service, and reflects Realtor sales. Sales not involving a Realtor are not included.)